I made my first part today! ___ Starting a machine shop part 14

[@it.hurts.3346]

If every person in this world had your work ethic this world would be a very different place...

[@delmarrey9077]

Congrats! I retired 10 years ago from 45 years as a toolmaker, aircraft, marine, conventional and maintenance Machinist. Partly before there were any CNC machines. It was fun while it lasted. I do miss it a bit but I sold all my instruments/tooling so I guess I’m done working. I don’t miss wearing steel toe boots. They ruined my feet, which took 5 years to overcome. Just be sure to proof each program. B/C if the machine crashes, it will be time consuming and maybe expensive to fix.

[@JerrBearTactical]

Erik when you get a chance clean the glass on the inside of the machine and apply some rainx it will help with the coolant from blurring your visual on the door glass.

[@pyro323]

Also, car wax works good too. But you gotta make sure the glass is super clean before you apply the car wax. I'd go with Mothers Brazilian wax.

[@formulajoe2]

That thing should come with an internal wiper blade!

[@barrygrant2907]

If the window is some form of plastic, make sure you use Rain-X "plastic"treatment.

[@erikskelonc8616]

The Rotoclear S3 is a "windshield wiper" made for CNCs.

[@1998clayster]

Ceramic coating may be a better solution or a spin window of some sort

[@halo3zocker]

Granulation for the first finished Part! Hang in there, step by step, Cut after cut and keep the ships flowing.

[@brianr8144]

You should definitely check the internal minimum and maximum thread diameters. The thread gage can be good but the ID can be too large

[@ironbomb6753]

Hey Eric, if those inspectors ever order a tuner-brake, do them the way they did you. Naa, i know you'd never stoop that low. This will be over soon. You are THE man.👍💪 I will need two of these gems. 😎

[@formulajoe2]

Great job Erik! I’ve never even wanted to run a barrel tuner, but I’m going to buy one now simply because I feel like I was there pulling the cables and digging the ditches! Next up: EC Tuner suppressor!

[@CHenry1951]

Outstanding.............................. see you did it, one of thousands !!

[@wvlongshooter3912]

I’ve been analyzing my tuner and I’m very impressed. I’ve gotten lucky with it I guess, I have a 153.5 6.5 mm Berger load that would give me an occasional flier, but now I do not get this random flier. The flier would open up my group in the 0.5”’s for five shots. After adjusting the tuner brake and 6-5 shot groups, I haven’t had one flier!!!! Now this load stays in the 0.2’s-0.3’s constantly, no exaggeration!!! This is a 20 pound field rifle, not an f-class rig so this precision level with extremely low single digit es’s, this load is producing very tight vertical groupings out to 2300 yards with great success. I appreciate you making such a nice product. Also, after using most top end brakes, I have to say this tuner brake is one of the most efficient brakes I’ve used. Very nice!!!

[@ctech01]

Hey Man, You really encouraged Me to try a new method of reloading and it's paying off down range on the target. Thank YOU SIR.

[@carlwright6889]

You are one busy person. Well done!!

[@leoking6995]

You never make that machine pay for itself, great hobby

[@wm.traynor1143]

What an incredible machine😃 And here I was picturing you hunched over a whirring, whizzing contraption with a long, wooden-handled tool in your hands, for hours on end. Good luck to you, Erik👍

[@ErikCortina]

😂

[@tyler6147]

Two months ago this was just an idea rattling around in your head.

[@davepartlow6430]

That is awesome. I love watching cnc machines to their stuff. Thank you. Now you need to add a windshield wiper to the inside glass.

[@USAACbrat]

I love your building vids. More people should watch this to understand what the word Jobsite means and how to live thru a construction job. I used to supply installed products and do the warranty work and customer service for my subcontractors.

[@texas6932]

Good Work! Can't wait until it's in full production to order.

[@joelmoore9697]

Persistence pay off, great job.

[@richardgoecks9377]

Happy belated anniversary, the years go flying by. Hope you have time to take your wonderful bride out for for a day, so you can both relax and have some fun.

[@barryboyd7973]

You’re getting there Erik! Putting the biggest hurdles behind you. You are the type of guy who says “I’ve never done it before, but I know how. Take it one step at a time and never stop starting. Simple”. Of course, none of this project was simple, but you didn’t let that stop you. You get things done when others spend their time explaining why they can’t do it.

[@csteimel]

Erik this is fantastic that you have the CNC machine making chips and producing parts. It has been great watching your journey on this project. Can't wait to see more of the adventure. Sure have come along way from the HF Mini Lathe. Glad you are up and running.

[@sailorddg9877]

Happy anniversary Erik, Wishing you and Melissa many more years of fruitful endeavors. If I get all thrilled watching your progress, I can just imagine how you feel. One step closer.

[@StarSwarm.]

I know we can send robots to alien and worlds and stuff but this still blows my mind. What an incredible piece of machinery. Great job on those pieces. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@fountainofjewelz1844]

Congratz!!! WTG for staying the course thru all the challenges seen & unseen. Hang in there as I'm sure there's more "fun" to be had for a bit. You got this.

[@atlas_sim]

Very, very cool to see this happening step by step! Time for a beer Erik, you have completed the first official part off the new machine!

[@stephenhair5501]

Nice to see your plan coming together and finally seeing an EC Tuner come out of the CNC Machine!! Good luck!!

[@TexasTrained]

Erik that is a fantastic machine. The fanciest one I've ever seen.

[@marcjuergens760]

Awesome job Erik👊🏻🇺🇸

[@johnsimonelli9988]

Congratulations Erik!! I gotta hand it to you, once you set your mind to something you just go for it!!

[@jaywright2276]

Eric your like a kid who got exactly what he wanted for christmas. I am happy for you .Its ok to get pissed off about inspectors if people dont understand they've never worked construction . I never worked construction where the boss wasn't always pissed about something

[@johnpeltier1275]

Great job.

[@dougm7817]

That is an awesome machine. I've been a machinist for 42 years. Never did get into computer machines ' always old style engine lathe and standard Bridgeport. But after seeing your new machine. I am regretting not learning these machines. Very cool and now your only limited to your imagination. Well done and congratulations......you have put alot of time and .money into this operation. Wish you the best. 1 day I'll order 1 of your tunner breaks for 1 of my 6.5 creedmoors

[@ErikCortina]

Thank you

[@Majiksmoke]

Erik, you have what it takes....that ragged, pitbull-on-a-pork-chop, latch on and keep moving forward, determination. From helping friends build their shops and hearing customer stories over the years, I had an idea what you were up against...but never for a second did I doubt that you would cross the finish line and achieve your goal. That Mori is a beast, it's going to serve you well, and open up a whole new world of production. Congratulations, brother! All the hard work and headache is paying off. Did you give the wife the first EC tuner off the machine as an anniversary present?!?!🤣😂

[@TheMerlinmk19]

I've been waiting on this video! So glad to see you having that kind of success...the sky is the limit now!

[@racegunnr]

Nice work! Sub spindle is nice. Wish I had one! Always nerve racking when that turret heads to the spindle😂😂😂😂 trust your numbers!

[@garyb1434]

One step closer to your goal!!!!! Carry on!

[@JuhaErkkila]

Congrats from Finland for achieving to make first parts!!! :)

[@derfinatorrocnwilly6827]

Very cool. Nice to see things progressing. Just waiting for the tuning brakes for 6.5 CM to come off the machine.

[@kellywagner4473]

Glad to see ur dream coming to life, Wish you the best brother

[@beachboardfan9544]

Ooooo a finishing brush!! Didnt know that was a thing.

[@kenshaw338]

Awesome, congratulations on the start of the business.

[@javiersp01]

keep filming for memories Erik, you rock !

[@aussiesteveakastevecallagh2280]

Hi Erik You’re nearly there mate it won’t be long and you can look back on this experience and laugh at the incompetence of the inspectors and their lack of care for the cost to you , The tuners look great a real credit to you , as soon as you are finished setting up and production is up to speed I will place an order for three breaks for my F class rifles , I have been spreading the word over here for you through my clubs so I hope that gets you some orders from here , keep up the good work Mate God bless Steve from Australia

[@mikebooysen3678]

I shoot airguns long range and this idea is a game changer! I fashioned my own version here in South Africa and I'm a believer! When I get a centrefire I'll be getting one of these for sure. Well done Sir!

[@patruddiman4228]

Well let's hope the next video you make, your shop will have power. Awesome job man. Can't wait to get one of those brakes for my hunting rifle.

[@robertevans6481]

Happy Anniversary!!! Parts look awesome

[@tomuhlig7077]

Good job! Very impressive!

[@timothyrichburg7331]

Great Video! I can't wait to purchase the Tuner Break finished in black. With that thing, you will eventually be able to make your own actions.

[@ronnydowdy7432]

Happy Anniversary. Congratulations on the 1st part made with the CNC machine and if that is truly the 1st one please keep it separate from the others. Keep the original 1 and laser engraved then gold plate it. Put it behind glass and hang it on the wall. I have a feeling this will not be the only 1st of many things that you will make in you're machine shop. Loved the show and please keep em coming.

[@johndannenberg9338]

Congrats to you! One step closer! Happy Anniverasry

[@user-TJ365]

Almost there Erik, keep it up. I’ll be placing an order once I finish my build.

[@reddemon652]

You also encourage us! Thank you Eric. Also taking one of your EC TUNER BREAKS into compitition in two weeks!😁😁 caint wait! I have my savage 223 in a mdt acc chassis tuned with everything I learned from you so far and put a non experienced shooter behind it at 400 yds. They made 10 for 10 hits on 6 inch target with ease! Lapua annealed brass. VV n540 powder ,77 gr berger otm bullets. Bullets sorted bto with short action customs comparator system. Bullets seated with Wilson die on arbor press from K&M precision. ❤❤ Thank you so much Eric. My 6.5 creed is getting the same treatment! Just waiting for another brake 😁

[@ErikCortina]

Good job!

[@stevencline1041]

THey don't care if you sit around for two days. THEY sat around for two days. We love you, keep up the good work.

[@weldmachine]

You've got that right. They are all the same, take their time to do anything and at the same time waste everyone else's time ????

[@amorton94]

That machine is freaking nice! Nicer than anything I've used or owned by anywhere I've worked. If the last place I worked would have used some deburring brushes like you, I wouldn't have polished and deburred for the entirety of my 3 weeks there. lol

[@brianwissner1912]

I have ran a few cnc mills over the years and one simple cnc lathe. The multi chuck cnc lathes are insane and extremely fun and scary to watch. I can't wait to get my tuner brake and I don't care if it takes 6 months to show up. You are doing it right and making an amazing product that I can't wait to use. Thanks for all your hard and I appreciate all the information you have given to us in all your videos.

[@Michael-cy6gx]

Just received my EZ Turner in the mail today. Very nice workmanship. Can't wait to try it out...

[@eugenejensen576]

Happy anniversary to you and your wife

[@texasfairbanksman272]

Happy Anniversary 🎉🎉 and congratulations on your first parts!!!

[@redplemons8084]

Stay with it! Good to see its working out. I remember when we got our HAAS and started doing our own barrels

[@dermozart80]

This is such an awesome machine! Oh and the DMG Mori is also quite nice!

[@longBowHunterII]

so you picked this up very fast. I was trying to convince my management to buy these type machines, very little secondary machining, and completed part. saving a bunch of time .

[@chavoac9713]

Great to see the process of getting your machine shop going, keep up Mr Cortina. I'm about to embark on a much smaller scale version with my own home machine shop soon. Learning tons for you, thank you for sharing. Saludos desde Los Angeles, Ca.

[@davidallison5247]

Great to see the vision come to fruition!! Love it !!!!

[@billy19461]

Erik so proud for you! It scared me when you started the lathe up and I don’t have a penny invested in it.

[@mhbrown3708]

Good going Erik. Your persistence will pay off.

[@swamper2fly]

I would not have covered till inspection

[@greymatter7624]

Congratulations! Glad to see it coming together for you. Best wishes!

[@Myke15401]

Reminds me of my journey when I got my previous job to buy a Doosan CNC lathe. We used Iscar Cham-drills and those things cut holes like butter until the shop guy forgets to remove the coolant plug and runs them dry. The pilot drill in that program snapped in the hole and the following tools in the program broke trying to finish the program out. That was a $500 mistake that you learn once. Doosan also sent us a clock as a gift. We mounted it on the wall behind the lathe. Weeks later, our shop guy crashed the lathe so hard that the clock fell of the wall and broke too. Fun times though.

[@ErikCortina]

Wow! 😂

[@rom14141]

YES!

[@joseromano]

Congrats for the anniversary. Keep up with the good work.

[@robertmartinez3948]

You are going to have some great products in the works.

[@rustynut1967]

SWEET! 🎯

[@stevereese6488]

Awesome man. Good luck with those inspectors. Maybe a 100 dollar handshake will prevent any other "oh by the way" from the inspectors.

[@TheMerlinmk19]

Today those hand shakes are more like $5000. Ive seen this with my own two eyes and its disappointing.

[@jasoncaro218]

Awesome job man, keep moving forward.

[@Russell-1]

A much more constructive day, well done!

[@nathanwarner4333]

I have totally enjoyed all of your videos, I empathize what you have gone through for US a big THANH YOU. Getting ready to order one of your EC-TUNER with break. Thank you, Nathan in Tennessee

[@rider547]

Congrats on the progress made so far. Keep pushing forward! Very impressed with your work ethics. 👍

[@JPA66]

Making great progress. Fun watching the lathe do it’s thing. Don’t burn yourself out Erik!

[@BK-ng4hw]

That thing is seriously cool. Thanks for posting this.

[@paulleeper3188]

Happy Anniversary to both you and your wife.

[@johnlynch8964]

Learning how it is made makes me understand how it works!! good job bro

[@bwarrior6340]

That is a very neat lathe system! Wow, well done.

[@danbasham9207]

Wow that machine is incredible!

[@jeffguy3868]

Amazing Erik very quick and congratulations on your first part

[@randalljones1928]

Awesome!

[@michaelchriste1645]

Hey Erik, just wanted to say that I really enjoy your videos so thank you for making them

[@av8rbri473]

Congrats. Very satisfying... wish I had your tolerance for ineptness still laughing at those april fools jokes, esp the cement one 😂

[@Boncella1]

Great job! I'll be placing an order soon!

[@robwebster2562]

Congratulations. It was a long trip to get this far. Well done

[@MAGAMAN]

You need to use a manual focus for filming the milling. If not the camera is going to keep focusing on the water spots on the window.

[@weldmachine]

Funny, always happens when filming through a machine window. The camera picks up everything you don't want, LOL.

[@DieselRamcharger]

@@weldmachine they always focus on the closest object.

[@weldmachine]

@@DieselRamcharger Yes, i know man. Been there with that one in the past, LOL. How's your LYNX running ? Have not watched your channel for sometime now. Nice machine to have in the shop.

[@timloney2251]

Super nice machine, I would love to have that and their 5 axis mill!!! Keep pushing forward and you’ll get there.

[@1962clarky]

Your break production is starting to look good Eric.. Great job my friend...

[@1962clarky]

Erik..

[@austargets]

Very impressive Erik

[@kevinhickson1481]

I will be purchasing from you, I admire your determination. Keep pushing.

[@georgelara96]

Happy Anniversary. Sorry to hear about all the frustrations you're going through, hang in there and hopefully soon it will all come together.

[@bazookapanda]

Hope everything goes well with the inspection, here in SA we have Eskom so I feel your pain.

[@michaelbirkoski987]

Getting closer every video. I enjoy watching the whole process

[@michaelbirkoski987]

I look forward to watching you make my 338 tuner brake. Well I hope I can watch it. Lol

[@jamesklink4698]

Erik You were getting there, you probably have a sit back or two but keep after it and you will get to where you wanna be! 20 X s for Erik

[@JLR77]

Thank you for sharing this journey. Keep up the great work

[@HorizonPrecision]

May God bless your hard work!